I'm in my thirties and married with no kids yet. I live in California and work in the accounting field. When I was young, my class went to the library to learn how to use it, and I picked up a Nancy Drew book. I became hooked on the Nancy Drew series, mysteries, and reading.

I tried a few romances but didn't like them. I didn't identify with perfect, gorgeous women and their flimsy problems. The romances also seemed poorly written, with unbelievable plots and laughable dialogue. However, I didn't mind the romantic subplots in the mysteries I read.

Three years ago, I was burned out on mysteries. I didn't want to read any more killings, bodies, and cynicism. I wanted fiction with a more positive tone. I tried romances again and found the heroines approachable and the quality of writing amazing. I loved the happy endings. I loved reading about how two people fall in love. It may take years for me to read all the great romances published so far, but I'm not complaining.

Absolute Favorites

Pride and Prejudice by Jane AustenMr. Impossible by Loretta ChaseThe Princess and the Barbarian by Betina Krahn

What I don't particularly care for in a book: Forced seduction, depressing stories and sad endings.

What drives me absolutely nuts in a book: Characters who don't talk to each other about any misunderstandings! Stupid/silly misunderstandings, spelling errors, undeveloped/boring characterizations and plots, supposed smart characters that do dumb things.